Embedded Software Engineer

Toyota Material Handling, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

Medical plans with dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Disability insurance

EAP programs

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America seeks an embedded software engineer to develop firmware and software for real-time embedded control systems. You will collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver scalable, reusable code for embedded platforms.

The role emphasizes low-level firmware, RTOS usage, and performance optimization, with duties spanning design, testing, and field support at a Greene, NY site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for resource-constrained embedded platforms.
• Hands-on development with bare-metal or RTOS.
• Understanding of hardware comms: I2C, SPI, UART.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of core OS concepts including interrupts and threading.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable software solutions for embedded products.
• Design modules for real-time embedded systems and contribute to system-level decisions.
• Develop low-level firmware for microcontrollers and peripherals.
• Optimize code for performance, reliability, and memory use.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.
• Support software across the full lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Test and validate software on real hardware and setups.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide post-deployment support.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

I2C/SPI/UART

Debugging

interrupts & threading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software/Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

Git

Jira

MATLAB

Simulink

LabVIEW

Job description

Employment authorization required. Toyota Material Handling North America will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Description

Join our Team as anEmbedded Software Engineer!

The Role:

Join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer developing firmware and software solutions for real-time embedded control systems. You’ll work across the product lifecycle, from system and software design through testing and post-deployment support, with an emphasis on scalable architecture and code reuse across embedded platforms. Working alongside mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers, you’ll help solve complex technical challenges and deliver reliable software for embedded products.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Architect scalable software solutions that enable code sharing across embedded products and platforms.
• Design software modules for real-time embedded systems and contribute to system- and product-level design decisions.
• Develop low-level firmware for microcontrollers and peripheral devices.
• Optimize embedded code for performance, reliability, and efficient memory use.
• Partner with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers throughout development.
• Support software across the full product lifecycle, from initial design through deployment.
• Test and validate software using dedicated test setups and real hardware.
• Troubleshoot software issues and provide post-deployment support in the field.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for resource-constrained embedded platforms.
• Hands-on development using bare-metal programming and/or Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Working understanding of hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of core operating system concepts, including interrupts and threading.

What Sets You Apart:

• Skill in reading and interpreting hardware specifications and schematics.
• Work with embedded microcontrollers and digital signal processors (DSPs).
• Understanding of CAN/CANopen communication protocols.
• Exposure to MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar engineering tools.
• Development experience using tools such as Git and Jira, or a multidisciplinary background in consumer electronics, medical devices, robotics, mechatronics, or aerospace.

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in-person role located at our Greene, New York office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary - $73,840 - $94,667 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

• Performance Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
• Occupational Health Clinic
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

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